The Revolt Of 1857: First War Of Independence PYQs — 10 UPSC CSE Previous Year Questions

Question 1

Consider the following statements regarding the British policy in Awadh immediately after its annexation in 1856: The taluqdars were dispossessed of their estates but allowed to retain their arms and forts. A Summary Revenue Settlement was made in 1856 assuming that the taluqdars were outsiders. The British believed in taking revenue directly from the peasants by removing the taluqdars . Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

A. 2 and 3 only

Question 2

After the Santhal Uprising subsided, what was/were the measure/measures taken by the colonial government ? The territories called 'Santhal Paraganas' were created. It became illegal for a Santhal to transfer land to a non-Santhal. Select the correct answer using the code given below :

Accepted Answer

C. Both 1 and 2

Question 3

What was/were the object/objects of Queen Victoria's Proclamation (1858)? To disclaim any intention to annex Indian States To place the Indian administration under the British Crown To regulate East India Company's trade with India Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Accepted Answer

A. 1 and 2 only

Question 4

Which amongst the following provided a common factor for tribal insurrection in India in the 19th century ?

Accepted Answer

D. The complete disruption of the old agrarian order of the tribal communities

Question 5

Who was the Governor-General of India during the Sepoy Mutiny?

Accepted Answer

A. Lord Canning

Question 6

With reference to the 'revolt of the year' who of the following was betrayed by 'friend' captured and put to death by the British?

Accepted Answer

D. Tatya Tope

Question 7

Which one of the following places did Kunwar Singh, a prominent leader of the Revolt of 1857 belong to?

Accepted Answer

A. Bihar

Question 8

Which one of the following territories was not affected by the Revolt of 1857?

Accepted Answer

B. Chittor

Question 9

Consider the following events: Indigo Revolt Santhal Rebellion Deccan Riot Mutiny of the Sepoys The correct chronological sequence of these events is:

Accepted Answer

D. 2, 4, 1, 3

Question 10

The educated middle class in India:

Accepted Answer

C. remained neutral to the revolt of 1857